President Hockfield's charge to the graduates
Below is the prepared text of the charge to the graduates by MIT President Susan Hockfield for the Institute's 144th Commencement held June 4, 2010.Today’s graduates of MIT: This day is, truly, for you. Here, in the stately embrace of Killian Court, we gather to celebrate your success. You have distinguished yourselves in courses of study that stand among the most demanding in the world. For all that you have accomplished, we congratulate you. In the midst of celebrating your achievements, our joy would be incomplete if we did not recognize two groups of people who helped bring you to this moment: First, your families and friends, many of whom join us today, with justifiable pride and with joy. We welcome them, knowing full well that none of you would be here, clothed in solemn academic regalia, without the constant confidence of family members and friends who embraced your...